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title: Private Half day tour around Madeira Island
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 190
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 5
reviews: 192
duration_minutes: 180
duration_max_minutes: 240
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 1 of 45 (Private Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/
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# Private Half day tour around Madeira Island

**Guidekin's take:** A private half day with a local guide in a car for up to four or a van for up to seven, priced per group, mixing local areas, viewpoints and a swim if you want one. Pickup is only from the Funchal area; the toboggan ride and the Cabo Girão skywalk are paid extras. 5 from 192 reviews at €190 per group/vehicle.

In our comparison: #1 of 45 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests. This private tour is a mix of everything - local areas, sightseeing, nature, swimming and so much more.

In the rare event that I'm fully booked, rest assured that my brother Ricardo and our team of professional drivers are ready to step in and ensure that your tour is nothing short of spectacular.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 88 pickup points
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 88 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €190 per group/vehicle for the Half Day Tour max. 4 person option; other options up to €220
- Duration: 3h–4h
- Rating: 5.0/5 from 192 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Madeira Tours by Diogo
- Group: Private tour, your party only
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Start times: 09:00
- Booking: Confirmation within 48 hours, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

5.0 from 192 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 192 of 192.

- 5 stars: 192 (100%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise local knowledge and tailored itineraries; toboggan queues or closures have meant changing plans.

**Praised:**
- Guides explain Madeira's history and local life in clear English
- Routes and stops are tailored to travellers' interests and pace
- Prompt pickups and clear messages make port and hotel arrangements straightforward
- Clean, comfortable vehicles and careful driving put passengers at ease
- Patient support for children and travellers with limited mobility

**Complaints:**
- Toboggan queues or closures have meant changing planned stops

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2024-04-01 to 2026-10-03); last checked 2026-10-04.

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Day Tour max. 4 person | €190 per group | English, Portuguese | Private sightseeing tour<br/>Duration: 4 hours<br/>Snack & drink stop can be made<br/>Mercedes Viano/ Vito<br/>Pickup included |
| Half Day Tour max. 7 person | €220 per group | English, Portuguese | Private sightseeing tour <br/>Duration: 4 hours<br/>Snack & drink stop can be made<br/>Mercedes Viano & Dacia<br/>Pickup included |

## What's included

- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pickup only from Funchal area

## Not included

- Madeira Toboggan Ride for 2 persons 35€ (*closed on Sundays)
- Skywalk "Cabo Girao" platform

## Itinerary

1. **- Monte toboggan run if wanting to do this it’s 15 Euro each** (30m) - I will pick you up from the bottom. If not you can just watch/have a drink in a cafe. - Monte Church
2. **Cabo Girao** (30m) - - A glass platform skywalk 580 meters high. Entry €2 pp from March 2023.
3. **Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos** (30m) - Perched high above Funchal, the Pico dos Barcelos Viewpoint offers visitors a breathtaking panorama of Madeira's capital city and beyond. This viewpoint is renowned for its stunning vistas, which span from the deep blue Atlantic Ocean to the sprawling cityscape nestled among...
4. **Baia de Camara de Lobos** (40m) - - A typical Madeiran fishing village. Where Winston Churchill enjoyed painting the scenery.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 88

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €190 | €95 |
| 4 | €190 | €48 |
| 6 | €220 | €37 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

## Compared with other Private Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #1 of 45** | €190 per group | 3h–4h | 5.0 (192) | private |
| [CABO GIRÃO (Half Day tour/3h) / Private Classic Car (4L).](/portugal/madeira/tours/cabo-gir-o-half-day-tour-3h-private-classic-car-4l-331095P4/?format=md) | €95 per group | 2h | 5.0 (179) | private |
| [Full Day of Wonders: Madeira 4x4 Private Tour](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-of-wonders-madeira-4x4-private-tour-457696P1/?format=md) | €425 per group | 7h | 5.0 (116) | private |
| [Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Full Day Private 4x4 Jeep ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-mystery-tour-full-day-private-4x4-jeep-433184P11/?format=md) | €259 per group | 7h | 4.99 (243) | private |

Ranked #1 of 45 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €310, median €85; typical length 5h. 45 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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